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THE PATCHOGIAN November, 2019 —- Celebrating 116 Years of Faithful Service — 1903 - 2019
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, PATCHOGUE COUNCIL #725
From the Grand Knight’s Desk Officers
Chaplain
S/K Fr. William Winters, OFM, Cap.
Grand Knight
S/K Michael Boehm
PGK FDD FCOB
Deputy Grand Knight
S/K James Kaan
Chancellor
S/K Kevin Drawbridge
Financial Secretary
S/K Robert Elliott PGK FDD
Warden
S/K Richard Costa
Treasurer
Bill Gonzalez
Recorder
S/K Joe Fontana
Advocate
S/K Vincent Lettieri PGK FDD PFN FM
Inside Guard
Bill Mones
Outside Guard
S/K Frank Bosco
First Year Trustee
S/K Pat Molluso
Second Year Trustee
Rich Basak
Third Year Trustee
S/K John Terlecki PGK
Council Roster as of
October 1, 2019 Associate: Insurance: Inactive: Total:
254 120 25 399
Honorary: Honorary Life: Disability:
16 103 14
All material in this document was approved by GK Michael Boehm for publication. Copyright 2019, Patchogue Council
Dates To Remember
November 4th——–Business Meeting, 8pm
November 11th—Monseigneur Corp., 7:30pm
November 18th——Social Meeting, 8pm
November 25th——Officers Meeting, 7:30pm
Upcoming Events Information on pages 7 to 11
DJ Scott and Dinner, Friday, November 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd at 7pm
Christmas Parade, Saturday, November 30th at 5:30pm
Council Christmas Party, Saturday, December 14th at 7pm
Breakfast with Santa, Sunday, December 22nd at 10am
Please check page 7 for very important dates in November to help with activities in December
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“Sir, my concern is not whether God is on our side; my
greatest concern is to be on God's side, for God is always right” -
Abraham Lincoln
As always the days and months are flying by. There is so many different things going on in and around our Council it is difficult to keep up. Please read this issue of the Patchogian carefully and mark your calendars for all of the activities.
I want to thank everyone who attended the Oktoberfest on 10/19. It was a lot of fun and everyone who attended had a really good time. I especially want to thank Kevin and Bridgette Drawbridge and James and Michelle Kaan for putting it together, and Bill Fontaine and Bill Wallace and Duane Shpak for their help.
We are in the last days of C & B so if you haven’t handed in any books yet please do so as soon as you can.
Congratulations to John Cohen our newest member. John took his First Degree on 10/24 at the Queen of All Hearts Council. Both myself and our DGK James Kaan, as well as our District Deputy Bill Fontaine were there to welcome our Brother John into the Order!
On behalf of my wife Jessica and myself, I would like to take this opportunity to wish each and every one of my Brother Knights and Sister Columbiettes a very happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving comes once in a year, but may the feeling of gratitude live in our hearts all year round. Have a Blessed Thanksgiving Day. Fraternally, Michael Boehm G.K.
May our Council Prayers be on behalf of the following:
Pray for Brothers Jim Bermel, Mike and Janet Recchios daughter Janine, Sammy Garafola, Rudy Carrabus and his wife Vicki, Jim Craig’s daughter Airen, Bill Mones’ wife Virginia, PGK Willie Marciano and his wife Jean, Eddie O’Reilly, Gerri Restifo, Ernie Maller, Andrew Carollo, Ralph DePinto, Frank Cooper’s wife Virginia, Phil Sgro, Robert Naurek, Rich Basak, Rich Costa’s Mother, Tony Russo, Santo Liguori, Tony Baffo, Robert Rizzo, Roy Schiebel’s wife and Joe Fontana and his girlfriend Grace Bessieres, John Orlando, Phil and Donna Butler and Elaine Addie.
Below are our recent notifications:
· May we remember our Veterans past and present on this Veteran’s Day. God Bless. · As we enter the season of Thanks and of giving may we take notice to our blessings around us and look to spread good works within our communities. · May those that are alone find a place to break bread with others. · May the harvest of the season feed the hungry. · May we spend quality time with our family and friends with lasting memories. · May we pray for those that will spend the holidays away from home, remembering the loss of a loved one, the homeless and disadvantaged. · Lastly, Happy Thanksgiving to All Brothers, Columbiettes and your families. Peace be with all of you.
We ask also that you pray for all our Brother Knights who are in need and for their families; those we know about, and the many that we do not know about. Happy Birthday to All Brothers for the month of November!
Family Director SK James Ryan / 631-278-9429 / [email protected]
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Keller’s Korner November 2019
Different life stages, changing needs You may have a long-range expense for which you are saving, such as college for your children. You may be concerned about a comfortable, worry-free retirement. You may want to protect your ability to earn a living. You may wonder if needing costly long-term care will deplete your hard-earned assets. You want to have something to leave for your wife, children or grandchildren.
At some point you may have had all of these needs on your mind. Over time, these thoughts make way for others as your needs evolve, your finances change and you get older. What is important to you at age 20, may not be at 30, or 45, or 65. What is the best way to be prepared for these changes before they happen? One of the easiest ways to be financially ready for changes that come with different life stages is to meet annually with your professional Knights of Columbus agent, and address the needs that his analysis uncovers. This can help you be ready to face the financial challenges and issues on the road ahead. During that annual visit, I’ll take the time to review your needs, goals and budget. I’ll update all beneficiaries on your policies and be sure your coverage meets your needs. I’ll recommend a program of life insurance, long-term care, disability income insurance and guaranteed retirement products that will help you rest easy at night. Whatever your needs, whatever your concerns, whatever your stage in life, I can help. Contact me today to learn more. Alex Keller, FICF 631-226-3831 [email protected]
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All Articles for the December Patchogian
must be submitted by
November 20th Our Website—www.kofc725.com
Order Now!!
If you are in need of Council Apparel, now is a good time to order them. See GK Michael Boehm or call him at 631-774-2605 or email him at [email protected]
for tee-shirts, polo shirts and hats!! We have jackets available too. Order them now for Marching in the Parades and Council Events!!
C & B Books
If you haven’t turned in your books yet, please do
so as soon as possible. Patchogue Council was
# 2 in sales last year and we want to regain that
TOP SPOT!!! So please call Chairman PGK John
Praino at 631 399-4420 if you want more books
to sell or purchase.
Want to get up to the minute News, Happenings and goings-on at the
Patchogue Knights of Columbus? Like and Follow our Councils Facebook Page
www.facebook.com/
PatchogueKnightsOfColumbus725.
DAYLIGHT
SAVINGS
TIME ENDS
SUNDAY,
NOVEMBER 3,
2019
The Next Chapter Meeting will be held on November 8th at St.
Sylvester’s Council in Medford, located at 507 Long Island Ave. On
Oct. 2nd, Chapter Chairman Bob Elliott, Charity Drive Chairman
Tom Romano & Secretary Mike Boehm Presented a check for
$15,000 to Alonna K. Rubin and Ric Mango, co-founders of Family
in Arms, the Chapters Designated Charity this year, from money
collected from this year’s Charity Drive.
On December 1st, the Chapter will be holding its Annual
“Bishop’s Mass” at 11:30 am at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. All are welcome. Following the
Mass there will be the Installation of Officers and a repast at Patchogue Council. Contact
Brothers Bill Murphy or Bob Elliott for more information.
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Congratulations to Anthony Monoco on becoming Patchogue Councils
newest Sir Knight!!! Anthony had the Honor of the Fourth Degree bestowed
upon him on Sunday October 13th at St. Anthony's in Oceanside!
The Next Assembly Meeting will be held on November 20th at Holy Mother
Mary Council in Nesconset.
District Deputy Report
Brothers, Congratulations to our newest Brothers who made their 1st Degree on October 24th at Queen of all Hearts in Center Moriches. Thank you Queen of all Hearts for hosting the Degree that evening for the 1st Degree. Your team did an awesome job.
On October 13th the 4th Degree had the Exemplification in Oceanside. Congratulations all new Sir Knights.
On November 15th there will be a 3rd Degree at Our Lady of Assumption. Happy Thanksgiving to all my brothers and their families.
Thank you for being a Knight and God Bless, Bill
Congratulations to our newest Honorary Life, Edward J. Morris and our new first degree member John Cohen!
I am happy to report that our records and forms are currently all up to date. Please update your information as needed. If you have changed your mailing address and have not been receiving the Columbia magazine and mem-bership bills please contact me. Membership cards are mailed as dues come in.
As of October 1, 2019 we have 254 associate; 120 insurance; 25 inactive members for a total of 399 members. This is the first time in many years we have dropped below 400 members, recruit a new member today. The council is in good standing with Supreme and New York State.
Knight Alert third Notices have been mailed out. The retention committee are trying to contact members whose dues are in arrears. Send your membership dues in right away. Please make payment promptly to Patchogue K of C 725. Mail is being returned for the following members:
James D. Addie Jr.; Leonard P. Amoruso; Kenneth M. Anziano; Timothy J. Asip; Brian E. Cassidy; Carlo A. DeLuca; David A. Felice; John A. Forza; Brian Hoare; Michael C. Massaro; James C. Mooney; Christopher M. Ortiz; Duane K. Parsons; Hector J. Rivera; Christopher M. Roach; Fred J. Schorden.
If you know any of these members, please have them contact me or the Grand Knight. Robert W. Elliott, FS 151 Springdale Drive, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
631-588-2919 [email protected]
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November 11, 2019
Remember to Vote on Election Day, Tuesday November 5th.
We encourage all citizens, particularly Catholics, to embrace their
citizenship not merely as a duty and privilege, but as an
opportunity meaningfully to participate in building the culture of
life. . . . Every act of responsible citizenship is an exercise of
significant individual power. We must exercise that power in ways
that defend human life, especially those of God's children who are
unborn, disabled or otherwise vulnerable. We get the public
officials we deserve. Their virtue–or lack thereof–is a judgment not
only on them, but on us. Because of this we urge our fellow citizens
to see beyond party politics, to analyze campaign rhetoric critically
and to choose their political leaders according to principle, not party affiliation or mere
self-interest.
*Living the Gospel of Life: A Challenge to American Catholics 34, National Conference of Catholic Bishops,
November 1998+
Feed The Needy Thanksgiving Dinner!!
WHEN: November 23rd 5 p.m.
WHERE: St. Francis DeSales Outreach Kitchen (Below the Gym)
WHAT: Our Council, Knights and Columbiettes, are getting together to prepare and serve a Thanksgiving
Dinner to those less fortunate in our Community.
HOW YOU CAN HELP: We will need people to help set up, serve, prepare the meal and of course clean up
afterwards.
We will be having a Meeting at the Council on Tuesday, November 12th at 7:30 p.m. to go over all of the de-
tails and to see who can help and how. ALL are invited to attend this Meeting. This will be a TEAM effort and
we need everyone who can help, in whatever way you can (no contribution is too small) to do so, as it will be
greatly appreciated. If you want to donate food for the dinner, we will be collecting:
Frozen Turkeys
Canned Green Beans
Canned Cranberry Sauce
Thank you all in advance for your help!!
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Thanks to everyone who came to the Octoberfest on October 19th! The food was good and the
beer was cold, what more can you want!! It was a lot of fun and everyone had a great time!
Special thanks to James and Michelle Kaan and Kevin and Bridgette Drawbridge for all the hard
work!!
Congratulations to Patchogue Council 725 and PGK
John Terlecki and his Officers on being recognized by
the Supreme Council with the Columbian Award for
2018 - 2019. Knights of Columbus councils have
always responded to the most urgent needs of the
Church, particularly through charitable and social
outreach. In order to support the evangelization of
family life today, each council must be even more fully
integrated with our Catholic parishes. The Columbian
Award recognizes Councils who have been successful
in this area. In order to achieve this high honor,
councils must conduct at least four major programs in
each of the Faith in action categories of Faith, Family,
Community and Life. Presenting the Award is our
District Deputy Bill Fontaine!
Again, congratulations to Patchogue 725!!
Our Councils Annual Blue Mass will be held on
Monday, November 25th at 8 pm at our Council
Hall. The Blue Mass honors all of the Fallen
Members of the Knights, Columbiettes and
Service Personnel.
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Brothers, Vivat Jesus! Some reading this have known me since I was a teenager. Others have met me more recently. During the Great Recession I experienced major business downturns. A few, like our District Deputy, reached into their own wallets to ensure that I could afford to attend certain functions. For that I’ll always be grateful. Over the past few years I experienced a comeback. I started again in the sales arena. For reasons every entrepreneur would understand, I struck out on my own. I’ve learned from, and dealt with major financial questions. They include the new tax laws, but also financial issues not directly related to tax work. It also doesn’t necessarily deal with insurance or investments either. Estate planning is something that’s come up on a personal level. My experiences in those situations weren’t linked to any of the above. In 2019, three of my friend’s from High School had to bury a parent. One in particular was a small business owner and a Veteran. I reached out to offer help as best I could. But prior planning makes all the difference. My own father is 72 – and he’s the youngest out of 13! Several aunts and uncles are no longer with us. Some of my cousins had real challenges winding down their parent’s affairs. Too many think that estate planning is complicated or expensive. The short answer is, it depends. There are some simple, ALMOST common sense steps we can all take no matter what stage of life or profession we’re in. That’s the reason for this occasional series of articles I’m happy to write. I promise to keep it simple and basic. Space in ―The Patchogian‖ will only allow for a few paragraphs. I’m also happy to answer any questions you may have offline. Thank you. I hope to be able to assist with any financial question you may have. Note: Any Brother Knight may contact me for specific questions. I can be reached at (631) 943-2600. My email address is [email protected]. Hope to hear from you! Regards, Bill Gonzalez.
As you all know, Christmas is a very important and busy
time for all of us. Please mark your calendars for these
very IMPORTANT DATES:
* Members of our Council will meet at our Council Hall on Monday
11/18 at our Social Meeting to review and repair the Christmas Tree
lights to be put on the Tree at St. Francis DeSales on 11/21.
* Members of our Council will be meeting at our Council Hall on
Tuesday, 11/26 at 10 am to transport and build our Council Nativity. Our Nativity will be
located once again on Main St. near Armed Forces Plaza.
* Members of our Council will be meeting at our Council Hall on Saturday 11/30 at 10 am
to build our Council Christmas Float for the Christmas Parade.
* Members of our Council and Columbiettes will be meeting near the corner of Main St.
and West Ave. to march in the Annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, 11/30 at 5:30pm.
Step off time is 6pm.
Council Christmas Party is 12/14 and Kids Party is 12/22. (see flyers)
Come on down to our Hall and have some fun with DJ Scott on the following dates:
November 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd
Dinner and Music
$20.00 per person
To reserve a table of 6 or more call 631-357-2881
Upcoming Events
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COLUMBIETTES CORNER
WE CARE - WE SHARE
Knights of Columbus Senior Club Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the K of C Hall.
1 pm to 3 pm
Chuck Gerlach, President,
VP, Pat Molluso——Treasurer, Theresa Baker——Secretary, Elaine Addie, (631) 475-5722
Communications Chairperson Dorothy Zeo, 475-8508——Entertainment Chairpersons, Ronny Pliszak 289-5758
and Elaine Addie 475-5722.
Nettie Knitters
We are still here!!!!!! We meet on Tuesday’s at 1pm. Why not come on down and see if you would be
interested. See ya there, The Netties
We’re back and ready to go
Mt. Airy Casino—The Supremes BLAST FROM THE PAST FOR MANY OF US, $102.00 PP includes $15.00 slot play, food and the show. Can’t beat that with a stick.
On Fridays (see flyer) the K of C council has an event with DJ Scott for $20.00. You get dinner and Music, It is really fantastic. To reserve a table of 6 or more call 631-357-2881. What a great night and what great people and music.
For all other info, trips etc. our Entertainment leader is back. Call Ronnie at 631-289-5758 or Elaine 631-475-5722. So until next month tootles
THE SENIORS
My Dear Sister Columbiettes and Brother Knights,
Can you believe that Thanksgiving is right around the corner and Christmas is only eight (8) weeks from now, where has this year gone! Better get those shopping lists ready…
First I would like to congratulate our very own Ronny Pliszak on her new position as Supreme Vice President. A sincere apology for not announcing this sooner. Next I would like to welcome 11 new Columbiettes to our Auxiliary. These ladies made their 1st Degree at our October meeting and most of them made their Major Degree October 22nd. Please come to our November 20th meeting to welcome them. Speaking of our November meeting we will have our annual Christmas party complete with vendors and the announcement of the winners of the St. Liberata baskets. Please bring a sweet or savory dish to share.
This year the Knights will be hosting a Thanksgiving dinner for the homeless at St. Francis de Sales food kitchen on November 24th. They will be needing donations of canned food for the dinner, so please bring donations to our meeting on November 20th meeting. We will be helping the Knights serving the dinner.
Please keep all our sister Columbiettes and brother Knights in your prayers especially Elaine Addie, Terry Bobe, Gerry Restifo and Tatiana Drawbridge who will be working aboard aircraft carrier The USS Abraham Lincoln CVN72, we are so proud of Tatiana and her service in the Navy.
Happy Birthday to the November babies.
May the peace of our Lord be with you always,
Betty Weeks, President
